Events Coordinator
£28 - 32k
York or Leeds office
Hybrid working
Job Description
A great opportunity has arisen for a skilled events professional to join a well-established and growing organisation to plan and deliver high-quality events.
Taking ownership of events from start to finish - from ideas, managing the detail through to working with suppliers and teams across the business, and making sure everything runs smoothly on the day.
This is a hands-on role and will suit someone who’s highly organised, proactive and calm under pressure, with a real eye for detail and quality.
Role and responsibilities:
Plan, coordinate and deliver a wide range of events, including client events, internal meetings, conferences, social events and community activity.
Take ownership of all event logistics - from venue selection and catering to entertainment, schedules and on-the-day coordination.
Create clear event plans, timelines and run sheets to keep everything on track from start to finish.
Manage event budgets carefully, making sure spend is well controlled and delivers value.
Source, brief and manage suppliers, venues and contractors to ensure a smooth and professional event experience.
Oversee health, safety and practical considerations to ensure events are well run and compliant.
Work closely with internal teams and stakeholders to understand event objectives and bring ideas to life.
Support marketing and promotional activity around events to help drive attendance, engagement and return on investment.
Gather feedback after events, review what worked well and identify opportunities to improve future activity.
Skills and experience required:
Previous proven experience planning and delivering events, ideally in a corporate, professional services or hospitality environment.
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines at the same time.
Confident communicator, comfortable working with a wide range of internal teams, suppliers and stakeholders.
Comfortable using event management tools and standard office software.
A degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing or a related field would be help
Collaborative and approachable, with a positive, can-do attitude
If you’re looking for your next challenge where you can be part of growing something new and exciting then apply now!
Job reference: VR/10575
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